HC Deb 19 July 1965 vol 716 c152W
52. Mr. Dudley Smith

asked the Minister of Health what official consultations he has had over the harmful effects to health of air pollution, particularly fumes from heavy vehicles; what legislation he envisages to counteract this; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. K. Robinson

There is close and continuous consultation through the Clean Air Council and the Inter-departmental Committee for Air Pollution Research. I am advised that there is at present no evidence that diesel engine fumes are injurious to health. Any question of legislation on air pollution generally is for my right hon. Friend the Minister of Housing and Local Government, and on motor vehicle fumes for my right hon. Friend the Minister of Transport.